The following is a partial list of volunteer opportunities advertised in the Winnipeg area. For more information about these listings, please contact the person/organization directly. You may also call to set up an appointment to see an interviewer at Volunteer Manitoba. Information: 204-477- 5180, dawn.bourbonnais@volunteermanitoba.ca or www.volunteermanitoba.ca.
The Winnipeg Regional Health Authority is organizing the Go4health Expo, a health promotion fair at the Red River Ex, June 13 - 22, 3977 Portage Ave. Volunteers are needed to engage the public at the Transplant MB/Sign Up for Life.ca booth and at the Physical Activity Promotion booth. Information: Suzie 204-787-7247 or volunteer@wrha.mb.ca.
Manitoba Mutts Dog Rescue is seeking a corporate board secretary to provide administrative assistance to the board of directors. The board secretary works closely with the executive director and assistant director and is responsible for preparing documents (e.g., agendas, minutes) for board meetings and maintaining the yearly calendar for all meetings -- including committees. Information: Nschneider@manitobamutts.org.
Victoria Lifeline needs a home service representative to set up and teach senior clients how to use a personal-response system in their homes. A car is required and mileage/parking are reimbursed. Training is during the day and service times are flexible. Check 204-956-6769 or www.victorialifeline.ca.
Folklorama is seeking a dynamic, outgoing person with endless amounts of energy to fill the very large shoes of our official mascot, the Folklorama Llama! If you are outgoing, physically fit, patient and love to spend time meeting new people, we would love to hear from you. Interested applicants can visit the careers section of www.folklorama.ca or forward a cover letter, resumé and three references by May 30, postings@folklorama.ca.
Pregnancy & Family Support Services would like Thrift Shop Sorters/Pricers and Electronics Testers (to ensure items are suitable for sale & fairly priced). Shifts are available in the morning or afternoons. Information: 204-783-9281 or spence.street.thrift.shop@gmail.com.
Victoria General Hospital Guild Inc. is looking for a treasurer for a 2 year term (4-5 hours per week). The treasurer is the custodian of all funds, ensures all financial records/ accounts/documents are up to date/accurate and makes all statements available for the auditor at fiscal year end. The treasurer also attends monthly board meetings and the AGM. Information: tegosm@hotmail.com.
Manitoba Mutts Dog Rescue has several volunteer opportunities available. If you could assist with any of the following areas: Public Service Announcement Coordinator, Supply House or Reference Checker. Information: nschneider@manitobamutts.org.